To whom does the Information Commissioner's Office report?

The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) in the UK is an independent authority that promotes and enforces the principles of data protection. It reports directly to Parliament, providing accountability for its actions and ensuring transparency in how it carries out its duties related to information rights. This relationship with Parliament allows for oversight and legislative scrutiny of the ICO’s work, reinforcing its commitment to upholding data protection laws and serving the public interest.

Other options do not accurately represent the reporting structure of the ICO. The ICO does not report to the European Parliament as it operates within the UK’s legal framework. While it interacts with various government agencies, its primary accountability lies with Parliament. Data subjects, or individuals whose personal data is collected or processed, are not a reporting entity; rather, they are the beneficiaries of the protections the ICO upholds. The correct answer reflects the formal accountability the ICO maintains to the legislative body overseeing information rights within the UK.